Observations, Modeling, and Theory of the Atmospheric Boundary Layer
A special issue of Atmosphere (ISSN 2073-4433). This special issue belongs to the section "Meteorology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 6
Special Issue Editors
Interests: tropical cyclones; atmospheric boundary layer; air–land–sea interaction; air pollution
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Interests: tropical cyclone boundary layer; typhoon field experiment; extratropical transition
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The atmospheric boundary layer (ABL), characterized by direct interaction with the Earth's surface and dominant turbulent motions, plays a critical role in weather, climate, and air quality. A deeper understanding of this complex system relies on the integrated and synergistic advancement of observations, numerical modeling, and theoretical analysis. State-of-the-art observational techniques (e.g., eddy covariance, remote sensing) provide foundational data for theory and are crucial for model validation. Multiscale numerical simulations (e.g., large-eddy simulation, high-resolution weather models) reveal underlying processes and bridge observational gaps. Theoretical innovation, in turn, guides observational campaigns and advances parameterization schemes. This closed-loop interaction among observations, modeling, and theory continuously drives breakthroughs in boundary-layer science. This Special Issue is dedicated to showcasing how observations, modeling, and theory mutually inspire and constrain each other, leading to novel insights into ABL processes. We welcome original research exploring the intersections and feedbacks among these three pillars. Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the synergy of observations, modeling, and theory in ABL studies; multiscale processes and interactions within the ABL; ABL parameterization and model development; and key applications and challenges in ABL research.
Prof. Dr. Yubin Li
Prof. Dr. Jie Tang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- atmospheric boundary layer
- observations
- numerical modeling
- theoretical analysis
- parameterization
- multiscale processes
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